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Fried Piña Colada Rings

Fried Piña Colada Rings: A Tropical Twist on Dessert Bliss

Fried Piña Colada Rings are a delightful tropical dessert that combines sweet pineapple, coconut, and rum flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 6 minutes
Servings: 4 rings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rings
  • 1 whole fresh pineapple sliced into rings
  • 1/4 cup dark rum
  • 1/4 cup coconut rum optional
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup sweetened coconut or unsweetened
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk or dairy milk
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
For the Cream Cheese Dip
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak fresh pineapple rings in dark rum for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour and sweetened coconut in a large bowl.
  3. Beat the large eggs in a separate bowl until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Dip each ring into the egg mixture, then coat with the flour-coconut blend.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry coated pineapple rings for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl and beat until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ringCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fried Piña Colada Rings are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day.

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